Ep 3. Takeout Favorites and Finger Foods

In this episode of Amy Schumer Learns to Cook, the comedian and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, dive into the world of takeout favorites and finger foods. As always, the couple starts off with a pre-show meeting, discussing the menu and their plans for the episode.

First up, Amy and Chris tackle one of their favorite takeout dishes: General Tso's Chicken. Chris shows Amy how to make a healthier, homemade version of the popular Chinese dish, using boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of deep-fried chicken. Amy seems impressed with the final product, saying "I feel like I could go to a potluck and not be embarrassed to bring this dish."

Next, the duo moves on to the world of finger foods, starting with a classic party dish: pigs in a blanket. Chris shows Amy how to make the dish from scratch, including the dough for the blanket. Amy struggles a bit with the dough, admitting that she's not great at rolling things out evenly. Still, she manages to create a few pigs in a blanket that Chris seems to enjoy.

For their second finger food, Amy and Chris turn to a childhood favorite: tater tots. Chris takes a gourmet approach to the dish, using a special tater tot press to make perfectly-shaped tots. Amy goes along with the idea but seems a bit skeptical, saying "Who has time for a tater tot press?" In the end, she seems to come around, enjoying the final result with a homemade dipping sauce.

The episode takes a turn when Amy decides to make a snack that's a bit outside Chris' comfort zone: mozzarella sticks. Chris admits that he's never made the dish before and seems a bit hesitant about frying cheese. Still, they give it a try, and in the end, Amy seems pleasantly surprised by the results.

Finally, Amy and Chris end the episode on a sweet note, making a classic American dessert: brownies. Chris shows Amy how to make a from-scratch recipe, and the two seem to enjoy bantering with each other as they measure out ingredients and mix the batter. In the end, they have a pan of gooey, chocolatey brownies that look like the perfect end to any meal.

Throughout the episode, there are plenty of moments of humor and banter between Amy and Chris, as well as a few slightly awkward moments as they navigate their roles in the kitchen. Overall, the episode is a lighthearted exploration of some classic comfort foods, with plenty of tips and tricks for making them at home.